Controller

Overview

The organization is seeking an ambitious, results-oriented Controller to join its finance team at headquarters in San Francisco, CA (hybrid) or fully remote within the United States. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this role serves as a business partner and team leader while overseeing finance operations and key accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Own revenue recognition end-to-end, including ASC 606 policy application across SaaS subscription, multi-year, and usage-based arrangements; review contracts for revenue implications; manage deferred revenue and monthly revenue close; and partner with Sales, RevOps, and Legal on deal structuring.
• Lead the accounting function end-to-end, including general ledger, monthly and quarterly close, AP/AR, payroll, commissions, reconciliations, and financial reporting—ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness.
• Prepare and consolidate financial statements, perform account analyses and reconciliations, oversee cash flow reporting, and support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Design, implement, and maintain a strong internal control environment; serve as the primary owner of SOX/control compliance and ensure effective operation of controls throughout the year.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external audits, coordinating audit activities and ensuring compliance through effective controls and documentation.
• Manage intercompany accounting and related agreements, ensuring accurate accounting treatment and compliance across entities.
• Partner with external accounting firms and shared service teams, while leading the finance operations team and collaborating with support teams in Tulsa and Schaan.
• Analyze variances to forecast and budget, create transparency into drivers and business impacts, and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, scalability, compliance, and business performance.
• Support regional and global strategic projects and other business-critical initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance / Economics / Accounting / Business Administration / International Management (CPA or CA preferred).
• 3–5 years of work experience in a multinational company, working in controlling, cost accounting, or as a business analyst.
• Strong communication skills.
• Analytic mindset.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Knowledge of Xero, SAP, Stripe, and Ramp is a plus.
• Passion to learn and drive to succeed.
• Proactive approach and self-reliant personality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in SaaS.
• Experience with tax compliance (federal, state, and indirect taxes).
• Experience with commission calculation, administration, and accounting in a high-growth environment.
• Open for relocation as a next step in development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay range: $145,000 - $175,000.
• The salary range reflects the low and high end for this US role; minimums and maximums may vary based on location.
• In addition to salary, you may be eligible for a corporate bonus which can range up to 30%.

Location

• Hybrid in San Francisco, California, or fully remote in the United States.
• The office is centrally located right off of Embarcadero BART station.